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In a Nollywood debut that’s got audiences buzzing, GingeRRR has emerged onto the scene, pulling in a whopping ₦127 million in its opening week and securing its place as the box office leader—proving that high-stakes heists and star power still reign supreme in 2025 cinema.
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Directed by Yemi Morafa, GingeRRR is a gripping female-led heist thriller that follows a group of bold women entangled in a high-stakes robbery gone awry, blending suspense, drama, and empowerment themes quintessential to Nollywood storytelling. Released on September 26, 2025, the film features an ensemble cast including Wunmi Toriola, KieKie, Bolaji Ogunmola, Bisola Aiyeola, Bukola Adeeyo, Shaffy Bello, and Odunlade Adekoya. Its strong opening not only highlights its appeal but also positions it as the second-highest domestic opener of 2025 so far, amassing ₦127,281,322 in its debut weekend and a total of ₦131,169,322.
Top 5 Movies at the Nigerian Box Office Last Week
Here’s a rundown of the top performers, showcasing a mix of local flair and international blockbusters that captivated Nigerian audiences:
Gingerrr
A female-led Nollywood heist thriller where a crew of determined women navigate a dangerous robbery, facing twists and betrayals along the way.
Cast: Wunmi Toriola, KieKie, Bolaji Ogunmola, Bisola Aiyeola, Bukola Adeeyo, Shaffy Bello, Odunlade Adekoya.
Director: Yemi Morafa.
Release Date: September 26, 2025.
Box Office: ₦127,281,322 (weekend) / ₦131,169,322 (total).
One Battle After Another
A dark comedy action thriller following a washed-up revolutionary, Bob, who reunites with old comrades to rescue a comrade’s daughter when an old enemy resurfaces, blending paranoia, humor, and high-stakes action.
Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Chase Infiniti, Teyana Taylor, Benicio del Toro, Regina Hall.
Director: Paul Thomas Anderson.
Release Date: September 26, 2025.
Box Office: ₦27,062,570 (new/opening).
The Conjuring: Last Rites
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren tackle their final terrifying case based on the real-life Smurl haunting, confronting mysterious demonic entities in a spine-chilling conclusion to the series.
Cast: Patrick Wilson, Vera Farmiga.
Director: Michael Chaves.
Release Date: September 5, 2025.
Box Office: ₦24,167,316 (weekend) / ₦147,887,617 (total).
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle
An animated epic continuing the saga where demon slayer Tanjiro and his allies are trapped in the villainous Muzan’s ever-shifting Infinity Castle fortress, engaging in intense battles against powerful demons in a fight for humanity’s survival.
Cast (Voice Actors): Natsuki Hanae (Tanjiro Kamado), Akari Kitō (Nezuko Kamado), Yoshitsugu Matsuoka (Inosuke Hashibira), Hiro Shimono (Zenitsu Agatsuma).
Director: Haruo Sotozaki.
Release Date: July 18, 2025 (Part 1).
Box Office: ₦22,103,820 (weekend) / ₦163,360,497 (total).
The Long Walk
A dystopian survival thriller adapted from Stephen King, where 100 teenage boys participate in a grueling annual contest called “The Long Walk,” forced to maintain a walking speed above four miles per hour or face deadly consequences.
Cast: Cooper Hoffman, David Jonsson, Garrett Wareing, Tut Nyuot, Charlie Plummer, Ben Wang, Roman Griffin Davis.
Director: Francis Lawrence.
Release Date: September 12, 2025.
Box Office: ₦7,395,853 (weekend) / ₦35,946,387 (total).
In Summary
There’s something for every movie lover on the big screen right now. Head to your nearest cinema and catch these hits while they’re hot; nothing beats the excitement of experiencing them with a crowd!
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